Tour Operators
An Invitation From CATO
The Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) is inviting all Canadian tour operators – both CATO and non-CATO members – to an event that it is hosting that will feature a presentation by TICO president and CEO Richard Smart. Smart will give an update on the recent changes followed by an open forum and Q&A session with attendees, providing insight into the impact of the changes on all tour operators. The presentation will take place on May 1 from 3 pm to 4:30 pm at the TICO Board Room, 2700 Matheson Blvd East, Suite 402, West Tower. Mississauga, ON. Operators wishing...
Transat Celebrates Success
There's no doubt that Transat has a lot to celebrate and it did just that in Toronto last night (April 23) as the company marked the 30th anniversary of its first flight between Toronto and London, England. Addressing a crowd of some 250 travel trade types at its hangar near Toronto Pearson Airport, the company's president and chief executive officer, Jean-Marc Eustache observed: “I am exceedingly proud when I look back at how far we've come since that first flight out of Toronto, and how much the company has grown in Ontario and the rest of Canada.” Eustache pointed out...
Guaranteed Dates From Collette
Collette is advising that all remaining dates for 2018 are now guaranteed to depart. Dedicated to helping agents sell with confidence, with guaranteed departure dates, agents' clients will have the peace of mind knowing that their tour is guaranteed to depart. For agents, it's a powerful marketing tool to ease the process of selling. Courtney Iannuccilli, vice-president of marketing for Collette, said: “We're offering guaranteed departures to assist agents in growing their business. We know that guests want the peace of mind to know that their plans will not change and really see...
Taking Care Of Business In Ireland
Tourism Ireland recently welcomed its Canadian partners at the annual travel trade fairs – Meitheal and Meet The Buyer 2018. The annual events provide a platform for Irish tourism operators to meet new contacts and to create new business opportunities and partners. The Meitheal workshop (2 days) and Meet The Buyer workshop (1 day) will facilitate approximately 18,000 scheduled appointments with over 400 overseas trade partners. Trade partners from over 18 countries are represented including, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain,...
Tracking The Trends With Peregrine
Now in its 40th year, Peregrine Adventures – which is part of The Intrepid Group – is reporting that it has seen a 51% increase in North American bookings since 2016, with the highest growth at 65% from North Americans over 60 years old, indicating baby boomers are influencing a surge in the adventure travel sector. And according to research from a OnePoll survey commissioned by The Intrepid Group in January 2018, the North American baby boomer generation continues to seek adventure through travelling, with 55% stating their travel habits have not changed, and 22% stating they travel...
Sunwing Welcomes Spring
Sunwing is in full spring cleaning mode and has started to clear out its spring vacations. And as a result, Canadians looking for a sunny escape between now and June can take advantage of select Sunwing vacations across the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America that are being offered at half price. But take note, to take advantage of Sunwing's half price offerings, bookings need to be made by April 27. Go to www.sunwing.ca for...
New Agent Incentive From Goway
Goway Travel has partnered with Virgin Australia to offer a selection of great value getaways to Sydney, Melbourne and the amazing Great Barrier Reef, starting from as low as $2389 CAD per person. Combining competitive airfares from Vancouver with hotel deals in Sydney, Melbourne and Cairns, including up to 3 free nights and a “2 for the price of 1” Great Barrier Reef Low Isles cruise, these Australia vacations are currently available for sale until May 30, 2018. Agents booking the following vacations will earn $50 per booking, paid directly on to their Goway Rewards...
Celebrate Earth Day With The TreadRight Foundation
Earth Day 2018 (April 22) is upon us and The Travel Corporation's TreadRight Foundation is making sure that those travelling with the TTC family of brands know that they are helping to make a positive difference to the planet. In fact, those travelling with TTC's family of brands this Earth Day will help to fund The TreadRight Foundation's big cat conservation project, delivered in partnership with their Wildlife Initiative partners at the Wildlife Conservation Society. Destinations across the planet are often defined by their iconic wildlife and many local populations are dependent...